A really big issue
STILL on the magazine beat, the next issue of Vogue Australia hits the stands on Monday, and this one is dubbed the Body Issue. Editor Edwina McCann believes that with the continuing debate around models and body image, Vogue is in a unique position to instigate change. "When we say it's the body issue, it's not just about plus-size models," says McCann. "It's an issue where all the content looks at how to be your best you. That's what Vogue is - the aspiration to be the best you can possibly be." The cover girl is Candice Swanepoel, the Victoria's Secret model who has put on a few kilos in recent years since super-thin pics of her went viral. McCann cites her solid exercise regimen as being key to her current appeal for the magazine. "She trains really hard to achieve the body she's got." Plus-size model and DJ Robyn Lawley can now add swimwear designer to her CV, and the magazine has an exclusive shoot with Lawley to launch the collection, photographed by Stephen Ward.